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Akankpa, Nigeria
Cross River State · Nigeria
Akankpa is a small city in Cross River State, Nigeria with a population of 7,000. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 7,000 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.1264°, 8.1898° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Cross River State |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.7 inches (2,532 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Akankpa
Akankpa is a small city in Nigeria (Cross River State) with a population of 7,000. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 167 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 1,187.3 sq mi (3,075.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.1264°N, 8.1898°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cameroon (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 150 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 13.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 14.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in |
Akankpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 99.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Akankpa
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afrobeats Gospel Radio | african, afrobeats | MP3 | |
| Softlife Afrofusion Radio | afrobeats, afrofusion | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Afrofusion Gospel Radio | afrobeats, afrofusion | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Akankpa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slave History Museum |
Libraries in Akankpa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross River State Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Akankpa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
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Stadiums & Teams in Akankpa
| Team | League | Division |
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Airports Near Akankpa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Akwa Ibom International Airport | QUO | Medium Airport |
| Margaret Ekpo International Airport | CBQ | Medium Airport |
| Eket Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Akankpa?
Akankpa has a population of 7,000 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,187.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Akankpa?
Akankpa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 99.7 inches.